The Fort Worth Police Department is holding a press conference to announce the “Juneteenth Community Impact” weekend initiative, a series of events focused on literacy, mentorship, second chances, youth engagement, and community healing through conversation, culture, and collaboration.

The initiative will take place thanks to a partnership between Fort Worth PD and community leaders, civic organizations, and local stakeholders

According to the Fort Worth Police Department, this year’s initiative highlights the historic 100th birthday year of Opal Lee, whose lifelong advocacy was instrumental in the national recognition of Juneteenth.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATION & PRESS CONFERENCE

Thursday, June 18 at 2:30 p.m. in the Bob Bolen Public Safety Complex

A leadership panel discussion and press conference will feature:

  • Fort Worth Police Chief Eddie Garcia
  • Fort Worth Fire Chief Raymond Hill
  • Community leaders, youth advocates, and cultural representatives
  • Isaac Keys — Actor, motivational speaker, and author of “The Grind Don’t Stop… It Just Changes.” Known for his message of discipline, resilience, reinvention, and personal growth through adversity and transformation.
  • Twisted Black — Fort Worth recording artist, mentor, and advocate for second chances whose life experience and community work focus on accountability, redemption, and youth guidance.
  • Kajanee Smith — Actress for the hit Netflix Show Beauty in Black. Community advocate, dancer, and mentor specializing in mental health awareness, youth empowerment, and healing through creative expression and the arts.

The discussion will focus on mentorship, literacy, mental wellness, second chances, and strengthening relationships between public safety officials and the community.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATION THEME & PURPOSE

Fort Worth police said this year’s theme explores how adversity can be transformed into purpose, leadership, and legacy through lived experience, storytelling, and community engagement.

Each participant represents resilience, transformation, and the power of positive influence across generations.

COMMUNITY IMPACT PARTNER

All Juneteenth Weekend events will support The HOPE Initiative, a Fort Worth nonprofit focused on youth development through education, mentorship, workforce readiness, and leadership training.

KEY EVENTS

  • June 18 — 2:30 PM: Community Press Conference & Conversation (Bob Bolen Public Safety Complex)
  • June 18 — 6:00 PM: Isaac Keys Book Signing & Conversation (The Dock Bookshop)
  • June 19 — 9:00 AM: Opal Lee’s Walk for Freedom (3401 W. Lancaster Ave.)